Peninsula Valdés - EARLY BOOKING -20 OFF - for Cruise Passengers

Puerto Madryn, Argentina

7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Local Guide (English, Spanish, Portuguese)

Entrance fee - National Park

$30.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Puerto Madryn, Chubut Province, Argentina
We'll be waiting for you at the port with our yellow sign!

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.7:30 am

Itinerary

Peninsula Valdes

7 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
*In case you are bringing a wheelchair, electric scooter, or require child seating, please let us know at least 48 hours in advance.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.6

based on 7 reviews

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Both the driver and our...

Janice_L, Mar 2026

Both the driver and our guide kept a good lookout for wildlife and we're able to see many unusual animals. Very fun and informative tour

Valdez Peninsula

Mary_M, Dec 2025

85% of the excursion is spent riding in the shuttle, through desert-like terrain. We were 45-50 minutes late departing because we waited for a group of 4 to show up. The shuttle was packed to the gill, not even allowing for the guide to have a seat. She had to stand by the door the duration of the trip. Neither the AC nor the guide's microphone worked well. We were asked to pay for the national park entrance fee ticket before the van left the port. They wanted 47,000 Argentinian pesos or $35 US dollars cash. I specifically questioned the $35 as it didnt match the conversion rate. Because of that, we paid by credit card. They "conveniently" had the tickets with them on hand. The price on the tickets said 30,000 Argentinian pesos and the Valdez Peninsula website (which we checked later that evening) said $30 US. We were also told that the restaurant we would be visiting only took cash. Another tidbit that would have been nice to know beforehand. The guide was friendly and gave it her all but save yourself some time and money and rent a taxi.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate hearing from our guests, as it helps us review and improve our operations. Regarding the National Park entrance fee, the difference you noticed is due to the most recent official increase implemented by Argentina’s National Parks Administration. The current price shown on the official website reflects this updated rate. We do not obtain any profit from selling these tickets; we simply offer this option on board to save our guests time and avoid long lines at the park entrance, allowing them to make the most of their visit. Unfortunately, on the day of your tour, your ship arrived later than scheduled and the departure time was not adjusted. This affected not only our tour but all operators working that day, and as a result, the time available inside the park had to be shortened. We completely understand how frustrating this can be and regret the impact it had on your experience. We also appreciate your comments regarding the vehicle conditions and logistics. Your feedback has been shared internally so we can continue working on improvements, especially on days with high passenger volume. We’re glad to hear that the guide remained friendly and committed despite the challenges of the day. Once again, thank you for your honest comments and for giving us the opportunity to respond. Warm regards, Yellow Penguin Team 🐧

Excellent tour of the...

John_Y, Feb 2025

Excellent tour of the Valdez Peninsular with guide David. Expect some fast driving on gravel roads for some of the journey and lots of wildlife. We saw Lesser Rhea and Elegant Crested Tinamou, Megallanic Penguins, Elephant Seals and Sealions. Exploring by myself at stop-offs gave a host of other birds too.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Thank you for sharing your experience! 😊 We're thrilled to hear you had an excellent tour of the Valdés Peninsula with David and got to see such an incredible variety of wildlife. 🐧🦭🐦 The gravel roads can be quite the adventure, but they sure lead to some unforgettable sights! 🚐✨ We appreciate you choosing us and hope to welcome you on another journey in the future. 🌍🐾

A beautiful experience in Valdes Peninsula 🐋

Santiago_C, May 2025

The tour actually exceeded our expectations. Our guide Sebastian was a genius, he knew a lot about everything: the animals, the history of the place, the geography... and he explained it with passion and a lot of patience. You could tell he enjoys what he does, and that makes all the difference. We were lucky enough to see a lot of animals in their natural environment, in a landscape that leaves you speechless. Sea lions, guanacos, maras, elephant seals... and even whales! All in a quiet environment, without crowds, that makes you connect with nature for real. It was a long day, but one that you enjoy from start to finish. I recommend it without hesitation to those who want to know Patagonia from a more real, wilder side, and with people who really know what it does.

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